From the first day to around six years of age, depending on size and weight. There are special sitting and lying supports available for children up to 20 months or so accessories. Please note the bicycle trailer restrictions. Please note also that legal requirements can differ between countries.

The lying position does not enable children to buckle up, so in the name of safety we have done without it. That said, we have the Baby Bivy for very small babies (pedestrians only) and the Infant Sling for larger ones. see accessories.

The patented and crash-tested Chariot Infant Sling is optimized for Chariot models built in 2003 or later and is not suitable for other trailer models. Infant carriers from Weber offer a proven solution for older Chariots and models from other manufacturers.

We advise against the use of car seats. They are wider than the baby seats developed specifically for bicycle trailers and cannot be mounted securely enough. However, we do offer specially designed and crash-tested seats and supports. see accessories
Please note that legal requirements can differ between countries! For more information please ask your local dealer.

Babies and small children are very sensitive to shocks and knocks. We therefore strongly recommend that people with smaller children opt for a Chariot with our patented suspension. It can be adjusted to your children’s weight as well as to absorb rougher terrain.

Yes! But for your safety and that of your children, please do so only with the Chariot CX1 or CX2. These one and two-seaters are approved for inline skating by the european importer "Zwei plus zwei" for the german market*. The CX1 and CX2 are the only models equipped by the manufacturer with drum brakes on both rear wheels. Operated via a hand brake on the handlebar, they slow you down surely and securely, even from higher speeds or on downhill slopes.

Please note that the maximum permissible speed is 15°km/h on level stretches and 5°km/h in curves and when going downhill. Inline skating is not authorized with other Chariot models! Together, the sum of the skater, carrier and passenger(s) create a momentum that is much harder to decelerate than you might think. The brake for the front jogging stroller wheel see accessories can’t halt this momentum. And if you stumble and the front wheel lifts off the ground, there is no braking effect at all. Therefore, go inline skating by all means, but only with a Chariot CX! Also keep in mind that the Baby Bivy is not approved for inline skating.
* Skating with the CX is allowed in Germany. Please note that legal requirements can differ between countries.

Definitely when bicycling, since the trailer blocks the rear light on your bicycle. In most countries the law calls for separate rear lighting. Besides this, we also recommend additional frontal lighting for two-seater models (obligatory in most countries for bicycle trailers wider than 80°cm). Battery-powered LED lamps are ideal (and approved) for this purpose. They can be connected to the handlebar or safety flag, for example. Ask your local dealer.
Please note that legal requirements can differ between countries.

Absolutely. We stock all parts since the beginning of production. Please ask your dealer if they can obtain the item you need.

It’s possible with certain models. Contact your local dealer for more details.

Quite simply because the trailer would be too wide for bicycle paths and street traffic. Along with its passengers, it would also be far too heavy.

If your Chariot isn’t running straight (most evident in jogging mode) or the tires are wearing severely, then you need to adjust the tracking. Of course, your local dealer would be happy to help you.

With its patented folding system and the Click-and-go mechanism on the wheels, the Chariot becomes very small very quickly. It then fits almost anywhere. In the corridor, in the cellar, and in your car for the holiday.

None at all! From CTS kits to handlebars to wheels, one click is all it takes to detach or attach any component with absolute security – no tools or exertion required. It doesn’t get much easier than that.

Please note that legal requirements can differ between countries! For more information please ask your local dealer.

• Always make sure your children are buckled in! The solid passenger compartment, with a handlebar that doubles as a roll bar and frame-anchored five-point restraint system with padded breast harness, ensures that nothing happens if worst comes to worst.
• Although bicycle helmets are not obligatory in trailers (in germany), we still recommend them for your children. And for you, too.
• The handlebar should remain on the Chariot when bicycling. It provides additional safety, serving as a supplementary roll bar in case of an accident as well as preventing pursuing cyclists from getting too close to the Chariot.
• Insect mesh not only protects against bugs, but also thrown-up dirt, sand and pebbles. So it’s best kept closed at all times.
• If used, the stroller wheels need to be removed or placed in the “rest position”. Otherwise they could block the Chariot when riding over impediments (such as curbs). This could break the hitch connection or cause the trailer to tip over.
• The Baby Bivy is not approved for bicycle trailer mode!
  
  

Exhaust gases impact all road users, whether they’re pedestrians, cyclists or motorists. But contrary to popular belief, children in a bicycle trailer are typically exposed to considerably fewer pollutants than those in a car. Authors of a 1998 paper from the Wuppertal Institute for Climate, Environment and Energy conducted diverse research when looking into the effects on human health of using active means of transportation. On conclusion was that “[t]he concentration of harmful substances decreases considerably from the center of the roadway to its edge”. The intensity of pollutants is therefore much heavier in the interior of a vehicle than on the bicycle path or sidewalk. So there is no reason for concern – even though cycling on quiet side streets is obviously healthier and more enjoyable.

The TÜV, GS and CE marks are three well-known certifications indicating that products have been tested and are safe for consumers. But what exactly do they mean?

TÜV seal:
Germany’s TÜV (short for Technischer Überwachungs-Verein or Technical Monitoring Association) inspection is a one-time assessment in which the product is tested for compliance with TÜV’s own provisions. Because there are no universal German or European testing standards for bicycle trailers, the tests vary from one TÜV location to the next.

GS symbol:
GS (Geprüfte Sicherheit or Tested Safety) involves a design test conducted by an approved but independent body (e.g. TÜV). Products are examined to see if they meet the minimum requirements of Germany’s product safety laws. Beyond this, they are checked onsite by the testing body at regular intervals during production, so it’s really an ongoing safety inspection. GS symbol: GS (Geprüfte Sicherheit or Tested Safety) involves a design test conducted by an approved but independent body (e.g. TÜV). Products are examined to see if they meet the minimum requirements of Germany’s product safety laws. Beyond this, they are checked onsite by the testing body at regular intervals during production, so it’s really an ongoing safety inspection.
All Chariot models conform to product safety requirements.

CE marking:
Mandatory for certain product groups, the CE or European conformity marking is granted by the manufacturers themselves and indicates that a product meets the relevant European health and safety regulations. It’s not a stamp of approval in the conventional sense. CE markings are reviewed by an independent body only in exceptional cases. Bicycle trailers for children are not among compulsory CE products and therefore cannot carry a CE marking.

While Chariot models are sold worldwide, neither TÜV nor GS testing is conducted according to uniform national or international standards.

This is why we’ve chosen another internationally recognized standard (albeit less well-known in Europe) to test our products.

Established in 1898, the American Society ASTM International ASTM is a leading developer of testing standards and the largest consumer protection organization in the U.S. Bicycle trailers for transporting children are tested worldwide according to the ASTM F1975-02 standard. This involves extensive standardized endurance, load, acceleration, tip-over, drop and brake testing of the entire system as opposed to merely individual components.

All Chariot models have successfully passed the ASTM test.
see safety

In moderation, exposure to the sun is good for us. But too much sun is harmful. And our children need special protection, since a child’s skin is much more sensitive than an adult’s. This is particularly true for babies, who should not have any direct exposure to the sun in their first year and, if possible, avoid any sunscreen use. The skin’s self-protection mechanisms are not fully developed in children aged one to six, either, so they also need to be shielded from direct exposure. All Chariot models are thus equipped with an effective system combining sun visors, tinted plastic windows and a special UV filter.

An overview according to material:

Tinted windows (side):
UV-A: 81.4 % protection
UV-B: 100 %

protection Clear windows (front):
UV-A: 15.1 % protection
UV-B: 100 %

protection Black insect mesh:
UV-A: 50.9 % protection
UV-B: 51.7 %

protection Silver insect mesh (CX):
UV-A: 35.3 % protection
UV-B: 37.5 % protection

Mold can form occasionally on fabric elements over the course of time. Since mold spores can harm a child’s health, it’s best to prevent mold formation altogether or deal with it as soon as possible.
The polyester used on Chariots is not a favorable breeding ground for mold. When mold forms, the cause is much more likely to be foreign matter in the material that contains protein (e.g. residue from milk, ice cream, baby food, etc.). Warm humid air and/or damp storage helps promote the formation of mold. It is possible to impregnate the material with an anti-mold substance, but since these contain harmful or toxic substances that are inevitably released, they are best avoided.

To prevent mold formation:

• Clean your Chariot regularly.
• Allow a damp carrier to dry thoroughly before folding it up.
• Store your Chariot in a dry and well-ventilated room.

How do I get rid of mold/mildew?

• Light mold formation: mildly alcoholic cleansers, like a 5% vinegar essence or sodium carbonate solution available from your pharmacy, are effective in the early stages and for the most part harmless.
• More severe mold formation: powerful antidotes are usually highly noxious and should never be used in a child carrier! If the mold is in an advanced stage, the affected material should be replaced. Talk to your dealer.